And when Saul had come to Jerusalem, he tried to join the disciples; but they were all afraid of him, and did not believe that he was a disciple.

1. Saul returned to Jerusalem.

2. He tried to "join" the disciples.

1. It is true that you can not "join" the church. The Lord adds the saved to it. Acts 2:47

2. But, you can "join" the local congregation. When you move, you should seek a local body of believers and seek be involved.

3. "Place membership" is the term we often use. While the words are not used here, the idea is clear. Saul was saved. He was added to the church. But now he is in Jerusalem. He seeks to become part of the local congregation.

3. Like in Damascus, there is fear among the Christians. They are not sure if the conversion is real. Is Saul just using this as a way to get inside information on the Christians?

4. Many did not believe he was a disciple.

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